Slippin' And Slidin'
John Lennon · Lennon - Signature Box [2010]
been told a long time ago;
slippin' and a-slidin', peepin' and a-hidin',
been told a long time ago-ho.
I've been told, baby, you've been bold,
I won't be your fool no more.
Oh, big conniver, nothin' but a jiver
done got hip to your jive;
oh, big conniver, nothin' but a jiver
done got hip to your jive.
Slippin' and a-slidin', peepin' and a-hidin',
won't be your fool no more.
Yeah!
Oh, malinda, she's a solid sender,
you know you better surrender;
oh, malinda, she's a solid sender,
you know you better surrender;
slippin' and a-slidin', peepin' and a-hidin',
won't be your fool no more.
Ho! Ho!
Slippin' and a-slidin', peepin' and a-hidin',
been told a long time ago;
slippin' and a-slidin', peepin' and a-hidin',
been told a long time ago-ho.
I've been told, baby, you've been bold,
I won't be your fool no more.
I won't be your fool no more, mama!
Slippin' And Slidin'
Slippin' And Slidin' captures John Lennon's enduring fascination with the blues, showcasing his ability to reinterpret classic American styles through a rock lens. This recording highlights Lennon's vocal versatility and his deep connection to the genre's raw emotional core. As part of his extensive solo catalogue, the track demonstrates how he integrated blues influences into his post-Beatles work, often drawing on the rhythmic drive and improvisational spirit of the tradition. The song stands as a testament to his broad musical range, moving beyond the melodic pop sensibilities that defined much of his earlier career. It remains a compelling example of his commitment to exploring diverse sonic landscapes throughout his solo discography.